Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries Final Score & Over/Under Result — Jul 18, 2026

The third quarter became the decisive proving ground, as Golden State and Washington combined for 48 points in that frame alone—a sharp spike from the first half's sluggish 61 combined. That Q3 explosion propelled the Valkyries to a 74–69 final, giving them a five-point road victory despite the Mystics' second-half push. The combined 143 points fell 5.5 short of the 148.5 market total, cashing the under as both offenses cooled considerably in the fourth, when just 34 combined points crossed the stripe.

Shakira Austin led Washington with 18 points and 16 rebounds, while Sonia Citron added 12 points and 4 assists off the bench. On Golden State's side, Gabby Williams paced the offense with 18 points and 5 assists, and Veronica Burton orchestrated the attack with 11 points and a game-high 11 assists. The Mystics' defense tightened early—holding Golden State to just 13 first-quarter points—but the Valkyries' 20-point second quarter and balanced offensive output through three periods ultimately held firm. Washington's recent form (77.6 ppg scored, 78.5 allowed) suggested vulnerability, and Golden State's stout 72.7-point-per-game defensive average proved the difference in a grind-it-out affair. DAGGER's pregame over call missed, as did the live call, as the total stayed well below the number throughout.